Julie Barbee

What is your favorite destination?
My FAVORITE travel destination is Disney!! This past Christmas in December of 2008, I took my 20th trip and have loved every minute of every visit! I have been with family, with friends, with large groups, for my honeymoon and several anniversaries, for holidays . . . It's my favorite place to celebrate and to have fun. Being a huge Disney fan makes just being there exciting for me, but I LOVE the characters, variety of attractions and things to do, shopping, food, and, of course, the MAGIC of Disney!

What are your favorite things to do while on vacation?
The best part of vacation for me is escaping to a place of relaxation or fun. Depending on where I am, this can include laying on the beach or by the pool, "playing" with my family (miniature golf, amusement rides . . .), shopping, eating, fishing, boating, or being pampered at a spa! I also enjoy finding fun new learning experiences for my children such as visiting an aquarium, zoo, historical site, or interactive museum.

What are your hobbies?
I enjoy spending time with my family. I love finding fun games and activities to do with my children and husband. One of our favorite things to do is to go camping along with Grandma, Papa and other family members! I also enjoy shopping with my mom and all the girls in my life as well as scrapbooking and entertaining. Recently I have also found myself spending a large amount of time catching up with friends and family on Facebook.

Why are you interested in travel?
Growing up, the highlight of summer was always our family vacation. Each year we would travel to a new place filled with adventures, learning and fun. Some years it was a week at the beach. Others, it was Opryland in Nashville, Tennessee or Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Some of my best memories and most valuable experiences were on those trips. Now, as a parent, I find myself wanting those experiences not only for myself, but also for my children!

What is your dream vacation?
One place I have always dreamed of visiting is Hawaii. The sandy beaches, palm trees, music, hula dancers, surfers, tropical drinks, beautiful flowers, the food . . . It all sounds heavenly to me! I would also love to take a helicopter ride over an active volcano and explore the land. For me, Hawaii holds all the things that make a vacation what is supposed to be about- relaxation, exploration and fun!

What do you like best about working with CruisingCo.com?
I would say the best part of being an agent with CCE/MEV is having the opportunity to make what I am passionate about, my job! I am a HUGE Disney fan and love telling others about all the fun and magic that awaits on a Disney vacation, the excitement of planning a vacation, and then hearing about all the wishes that came true! And, while my focus is Disney, I find all types of travel exciting to plan and experience!

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